26. Characteristics and data relating to the population of Bangladesh
  • Has a high population growth rate
    High fertility rate
  • Estimated one of te ten most populous countries in the world
  • Overall density estimated to be around 3000 people per square mile
  • Somewhat even distribution of population around the country with few exceptions
  • Nearly 60% of population is under 25
  • Estimated 3% over 65
  • Birth rate - 29.8 births /1000 people
    Death rate - 8.27 deaths/1000 people
  • Life expectancy - 62.45